THIS WEEK'S RACE NEWS BURNING RIVER 100/50M ENDURANCE RUN & RELAY Relays are on pace to sell out, and there's a price jump on May 1. Register soon! SUMMER SASQUATCH 50K, 20 & 10M Ohio's new public health order became effective April 5th. With this new health order, many sector specific ones were rescinded. This includes the ones we were utilizing to put on our running races. The new public health order now sets the path for us to have a standard working practice that complies with public health needs. It eliminates the need to have the local county public health department review/approve plans. All of our races are approved with one exception. The ODNR which manages our state parks and forests have not been allowing events. They have stated that they will consider approving events scheduled after Memorial Day. At this point in time, we do not know when they will start the process of reviewing permit applications. Summer Sasquatch is the weekend after Memorial Day. Approval for this race looks very favorable. However, we just do not know when they will start the process of reviewing / approving. We are hoping very soon and we talk to the local park management staff often.

BURNING RIVER 100/50M ENDURANCE RUN & RELAY July 24th-25th in Cuyahoga Falls APPROVED FOR IN-PERSON RACING RELAYS ON PACE TO SELL OUT Join us for the 15th Annual BR100, from Cuyahoga Falls, through the Cuyahoga River Valley, to Silver Springs Park in Stow – and back! 100M, 50M, and 4 person and 8 person relay options. Choose your relay team or plan your crew and register before the May 1 price jump. MORE HERE

RACE FOR THE PARKS 5K & 10K May 22nd at Hudson Springs MUG AND MEDAL – FIRST 350 REGISTRANTS APPROVED FOR IN-PERSON RACING Hudson Springs Park's non-technical wide crushed gravel path is a favorite of local runners and walkers as it winds around the lake and through the forest. Start your day with a run and then enjoy dining and shopping in Downtown Hudson all while you help raise money for Hudson Parks! MORE HERE

SUMMER SASQUATCH 50K, 20 & 10M June 5th & 6th at Salt Fork State Park REGISTRATION OPEN The summer companion to our Bigfoot race! Complete one, two, or three loops of the permanently marked course over rolling hills on the hiking and bridle trails of Salt Fork State Park. Book your room at the Lodge for an awesome weekend getaway. MORE HERE

MUDDY PAWS 5, 10M & 2M DOG RUN June 19th at Pine Hollow, CVNP REGISTRATION OPEN Join us for a scenic trail run in the gorgeous Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Choose from a 5 or 10 mile trail race, or the 2 miler designed especially for dogs and their humans, or pick two! MORE HERE

FOUR ON THE 4TH July 4th in Downtown Hudson REGISTRATION OPEN APPROVED FOR IN-PERSON RACING One of the most popular running days of the year! Before the picnic and the fireworks, bring the family out for a scenic 4 miler through Hudson's historic neighborhoods. Long, straight stretches on the course make this a fast one. MORE HERE

BUCKEYE TRAIL 50K July 10th at Brecksville Reservation APPROVED FOR IN-PERSON RACING What began as Joe's informal birthday run is recognized as the premier trail 50k and one of the first ultras in Ohio. Now in its 27th year, the allure of the Buckeye Trail 50k remains. Sign up now and run the blue blazes with us in July! MORE HERE

MO MARATHON & HALF MARATHON October 9th & 10th at Mohican State Park REGISTRATION OPEN Looking for more miles in Ohio's state parks? Experience 4000 feet of elevation gain, cruise past Lyons Falls, and cross the picturesque Covered Bridge – starting and ending right at Mohican Lodge. Book a room for the weekend! MORE HERE

2021 RACE CALENDAR

WRR TIMED EVENTS Check out these community races that partner with Western Reserve Racing:

WRR TIMED EVENT FISHCREEK RACCOON RUN 5K & 1M FUN RUN SUNDAY, APRIL 25TH IN STOW MORE HERE

WRR TIMED EVENT HOLY FAMILY 5K & FUN RUN SATURDAY, MAY 8TH IN STOW MORE HERE

NEW EMAIL LIST OPTIONS You can now customize what emails you receive from us. Click the "Update Profile" link in the footer of this email to choose from the following: Hiker-Friendly Events Road Races Trail Races (5k to 13.1M) Trail Endurance Races (13.1M to 50k) Burning River (100/50M & Relay)

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